Les Gets
Les Gets is 75 km from Geneva Airport, usually around 70 minutes by road via the A40 to Cluses and then the climb through Taninges to the col where the village sits. It shares a ski area with Morzine and belongs to the vast Portes du Soleil. AirportsTransfers.ch provides private door-to-door transfers from GVA to your chalet in Les Gets.
- Distance from GVA: 75 km
- Drive time: about 70 minutes
- Border crossing: yes, the route crosses the border into France
- Ski area: Les Gets–Morzine, part of the Portes du Soleil
- Best for: families, intermediates and groups of mixed ability
How to get to Les Gets from Geneva Airport
Les Gets is one of the most straightforward Alpine resorts to reach from Geneva. After crossing into France, the route follows the A40 motorway east, leaving at Cluses. From there a mountain road climbs through Châtillon-sur-Cluses and Taninges before reaching the village, which sits on a pass between the Arve and Dranse valleys. The road is wide and well cleared by French standards, but it does climb steadily and can become slow after heavy snowfall. An alternative approach via Thonon-les-Bains and Morzine exists, though the Cluses route is normally quicker. Because the village lies on the col itself, your driver can usually drop you close to your accommodation without long detours.
The ski area: Les Gets, Morzine and the Portes du Soleil
The local ski area spreads over two sides of the village. On one side, Mont Chéry offers quieter slopes and views towards Mont Blanc; on the other, the Chavannes and Nyon–Chamossière sectors link directly with Morzine. Together they form a well-connected area with plenty of tree-lined runs, which are a blessing in poor visibility. Les Gets is also part of the Portes du Soleil, one of the largest linked ski domains in Europe, spanning France and Switzerland. Reaching the wider circuit generally involves a short connection through Morzine towards Avoriaz, so check the lift map before planning a big day. The overall character is friendly and intermediate, with good beginner zones near the village and enough steeper terrain to keep confident skiers busy.
The village and where to base yourself
Les Gets has kept the look of a traditional Savoyard village, with wooden chalets, a main street of shops and cafés, and a lively but relaxed atmosphere. It has long been popular with British families, and many chalets are run with that audience in mind. Staying near the centre puts you close to the main lifts and the ski school meeting points, while chalets further out on the hillside often offer views and quieter surroundings but rely on a shuttle bus or car. Non-skiers can enjoy snowshoe walks, a small lake area and the village itself. Families tend to appreciate how compact the centre is: children can walk to lessons, parents can pop back for forgotten gloves, and there is usually somewhere warm for a hot chocolate within a few minutes. Groups planning to share a large chalet should check the exact location, since some properties sit on steep side roads where a minibus may stop slightly below the door. The resort is equally known for mountain biking in summer, so the infrastructure works year-round.
Best time to go and practical advice
The ski season normally runs from mid-December to April. Early January and March are often the sweet spots, with good snow and fewer crowds; February half-term weeks are the busiest. Les Gets is at a moderate altitude, so snow quality varies with the weather, but the tree-lined runs ski well in stormy conditions. Saturday is changeover day and the A40 can back up near Geneva and around Cluses, so a Sunday or midweek arrival is calmer. Snow chains must be carried in winter in many parts of the French Alps. If you are travelling with skis, boards or bulky luggage, mention it when booking so there is enough space in the boot.
Getting back to Geneva
On a busy Saturday, leave Les Gets about three hours before your flight; at quieter times two and a half hours is usually comfortable. Your driver will be familiar with the typical slow points near the border and the airport. If you have an early flight, a night departure from the resort is generally quick and quiet.
How to book your Les Gets transfer
Booking takes a few minutes online, and the fixed price for the vehicle is displayed before you pay, by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay. Your chauffeur monitors the flight, waits in arrivals with your name on a sign and includes waiting time if your flight lands late. Pick a Mercedes E-Class or S-Class for small parties, a V-Class van for up to seven passengers with skis, or a Sprinter minibus for chalet groups. Child seats can be requested, and skis are declared at booking. AirportsTransfers.ch is available around the clock on +41 78 346 56 77 by phone or WhatsApp.
